The famous lagoon of Balos is located approximately 56km northwest of Chania and 17km northwest of Kissamos, formed between the Cape Gramvousa and the small Cape Tigani and below the range of Platiskinos. Balos is surely the mostly photographed beach in Crete, a very favorite subject of all tourist guides for Greece. 
Balos is famous for its turquoise waters, the wild natural beauty and the beautiful exotic scenery.

Elafonisi is an island located close to the southwestern corner of the Mediterranean island of Crete, of which it is administratively a part, in the regional unit of Chania. When the weather is fine it is possible to walk to the island through the shallow water. The island is a protected nature reserve.

The Archaeological Museum of Chania is located in the old city center, in Halidon Street. It is housed in the Venetian church, dedicated to St. Francis, the Saint of the Franciscan monks, a very important monument of the city. 
The collection is divided into two parts: In the eastern part of the building, you will see findings from the Neolithic Age up to Late Minoan period, while in the west side, there are findings from the Geometric period up to Roman times. 
Pottery, lapidary, seal engraving, sculpture, metallurgy, gold jewelry and coins are presented in chronological order. Very interesting are, also, the mosaic floors of the Roman period (second-third century AD), presenting scenes from the Dionysian cycle and episodes of the myth of Poseidon and the nymph Amymone.

The bar and the pool bar offer a variety of drinks and light snacks.
The sun terrace surrounding the pool is fitted with sunbeds and umbrellas. The 24-hour reception desk can provide information on Chania city which is 15 km away.

Unique decoration, pleasant and comfortable areas

Breakfast , Lunch and Dinner is prepared daily in buffet . Guests can enjoy a meal at the property restaurant. 

Guests can enjoy a meal at the property restaurant

If your wellness regime demands a more vigorous approach, then our gym is at your disposal, and a personal trainer can be arranged to help you make the most of your routines.

If your wellness regime demands a more vigorous approach

Castro Beach Hotel is basically located near or on the beach.

Castro Beach Hotel is basically located near or on the beach

My wife and me stayed for 10 nights at this hotel. We had a pleasant stay, and the staff was very serviceminded, from the cleaning personell, the boys in the poolbar, the personell in the restaurant and till Christina in the reception. Close to the beach, with all facilities, free sunbeds and all there is. We will come back, for sure.

The hotel is situated in a calm small town Maleme but close to more "lively" city Platanias or the nicest Crete city Chania. The room was smaller then we expected, but still big enough for two people (bathroom, bedroom with a table and a wardrobe, and terrace).

I have just returned from a week’s holiday at this hotel. First of all the location: great for families or couples seeking a relaxing time. The beach is just across a quiet road, you can have a set of sun loungers and parasol for 5 euros a day and order drinks from the hotel staff.

Well, I will start with the food! Food was amazing! You could eat as much as you wanted and they were giving you a lot of options - even vegetarians wouldn't have any problem. You can taste a lot of traditional greek foods (like papoutsakia or pastitsio).